Activists detained by Israel after participating in a flotilla attempting to bring aid to Gaza have alleged that Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was subjected to harsh mistreatment while in custody.

Two of the activists — Hazwani Helmi (Malaysia) and Windfield Beaver (United States) — told Reuters that they witnessed Thunberg being pushed and forced to wear an Israeli flag.  Meanwhile, Turkish activist Ersin Çelik claimed she was dragged by her hair, beaten, and compelled to “kiss the Israeli flag,” describing the treatment as a warning to others.

The flotilla was intercepted by the Israeli navy, and around 137 activists were detained before being deported to Turkey.  According to the activists, detainees were treated poorly — denied clean food, adequate water, access to medication, and their belongings were confiscated.